Oblation (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of offering the bread and wine of the Eucharist.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- During the consecration, the priest lifted up the oblation to heaven as a sign of offering.
- The bishop reminded the priests of the importance of reverence when handling the oblation.
- In the Eastern Rite Catholic Church, the oblation is often made with leavened bread.
- The Eucharistic Prayer began with the offertory rite, which included the oblation of wheat bread and grape wine.
- At the Last Supper, Christ himself presented the oblation of his own body and blood, institution the sacrament of the Eucharist.
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Meaning 2
The act of contributing to the funds of a church or charity; "oblations for aid to the poor".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The collection plate was passed around the congregation for voluntary oblations to support the local food bank.
- During the holiday season, many people make extra oblations to charities that support homeless families.
- The parishioner's regular oblations helped fund the church's outreach programs for underprivileged children.
- The church encouraged its members to make oblations of food, clothing, and other essentials for the needy.
- Voluntary oblations from the community helped the nonprofit organization provide disaster relief to affected areas.